FAMBONG LA-WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Sikkim the second smallest Indian State is reckoned for thriving with rich biodiversity and Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is one such place which showcases the glimpse of rich flora and fauna of this scenic land. Situated on the outskirts of Gangtok, Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is a verdant forest reserve in Sikkim. Also, spelt as Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary, Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the must visit places in Gangtok for the tourist who want to spend some lone time midst nature.

Things To Do In Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

Bird Watching

Trekking

Adorning the flora and fauna of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

Flower viewing

Places To Visit In Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

Log Hut of Golitar

Alubari

Tinjure View Point

Where To Stay In Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

There is one place to stay in Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary the Log House of Golitar. Visitors need to bring all the essential things like food on their own, since, they will only be provide with stove, oven, and utensil in the log hut.

Due to the Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary unique location most of the travelers prefer to stay in hotels in Gangtok. With hotel booking service of North Bengal Tourism travelers can easily book budget hotels in Gangtok.

Distance: The distance between Gangtok to Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is 20 kilometers.

What Is The Timing Of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

If visitors are looking forward to visiting this verdant forest reserve they should note the timing of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary. Except for certain government holidays, tourist can visit Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary anytime between 9am to 2pm. But first visitors need to obtain a pass from the Chief Wildlife Warden in Gangtok to visit Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary.

Entry Fee of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is Rs 5/- per head. (The entry fee of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is a subject to change)

How To Reach Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

By Air: The nearest airport of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is Bagdogra. From Bagdogra Airport it is an overall 4hrs drive to reach Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary.

Distance: The distance between Bagdogra to Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is 145 kilometers.

By Rail: The nearest railway station of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is NJP (New Jalpaiguri Railways Station). It is an approx 4hrs journey to reach Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary from NJP.

Distance: The distance between NJP to Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is 140 kilometers.

Travelers can directly hire the car from NJP or Bagdogra to cover this distance to reach Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary.

With Car Rental Service of North Bengal Tourism, travelers can easily hire a car from Bagdogra to Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary or rent a car from NJP to Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary at a reasonable price.

Best Time To Visit Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

April to June: During this time of the year Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary showcases a vibrant vista of blooming orchids and rhododendron.

July to September: Apart from the occasional rainfall and foggy weather it is an ideal time to relish the pristine beauty of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary.

October to March: During this time of the year, visitor can witness the unhindered view of surrounding valley and snowcapped Himalayas from Tinjure View Point of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary. Winter season is also the best time to visit Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary to partake in activities like bird watching and trekking.